Description
A fun and engaging sensory bin activity that allows children to explore textures, colors, and sounds while learning about farming.
Ingredients
- Large plastic bin or container
- Shredded green paper or fabric for grass
- Small toy farm animals (cows, horses, chickens, etc.)
- Toy tractors or farm vehicles
- Real or artificial hay
- Plastic fruits and vegetables (optional)
- Measuring cups and scoops
- Small shovels or gardening tools
Instructions
- Prepare the Bin: Choose a large plastic bin and layer it with shredded green paper to simulate grass.
- Add Hay and Animals: Scatter hay in the bin and place toy farm animals throughout.
- Incorporate Farm Vehicles: Add toy tractors and let children arrange them around the animals.
- Include Fruits and Vegetables: Add plastic fruits and vegetables and use measuring cups for sorting activities.
- Encourage Play: Invite children to dig and create farm scenarios while discussing the animals and crops.
Notes
Customize textures with different materials and update the theme seasonally. Pair with storybooks for enhanced learning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Activity
- Method: Sensory Play
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Multiple children
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg